Frequent Asked Questions About VPNs

What is SmartDNS and what is it used for? SmartDNS is a technology that masks your computer’s IP address while surfing the internet in an effort to gain access to geo-restricted content such as Netflix, Hulu, BBC and more. In this article, I’ll go into more detail about what that means and why you should […]

Is a using a VPN legal? It’s a legitimate question and the answer is not a simple yes or no. In most cases it is perfectly legal for you to use a VPN to access the internet, but there are some cases where the activity you engage in or the country where you connect could […]

Using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) can be both a blessing and a curse. It’s a trade-off between all the positives of a VPN, such as online security and the ability to access geo-restricted content, and seriously compromising internet speed. Issues with VPN connection speeds are commonplace. People often ask, Is it possible to increase […]

There’s a lot of misinformation in regards to online security using virtual private network, or “VPN” for short. I’ve received numerous emails over the years from people whose questions reveal a confusion or fundamental misunderstanding about online privacy and internet security. What is true and what are just VPN myths? Below, I’d like to share […]

What are the differences between the various VPN connection protocols? Perhaps you’re a bit confused by all the different VPN protocols available and wondering which one you should use. Here’s a simple guide to help you understand which VPN protocol to choose based on their uses, speed and encryption. In the guide below, we cover […]

Should I use a free VPN or a paid VPN? Which one is better? It’s a common question that people ask and it’s often hard to get an accurate answer. For that reason, I’d like to spend some time giving you a thorough explanation as to the differences between a free VPN vs paid VPN […]